Pinstripes Restaurant Chain Reaches Deal to Go Public Via SPAC
Pinstripes Inc., the restaurant chain that combines bowling and bocce with Italian fare, is going public in a
2023-06-23 19:24
Bernardo Silva offered monster contract to join Saudi Pro League
Bernardo Silva has been offered a huge contract to join the mass exodus of players heading to the Saudi Pro League. The 28-year-old would prefer to stay in Europe at this stage, though, leaving Paris Saint-Germain leading the race ahead of Barcelona.
2023-06-23 17:59
Russian diplomat squats near Australia parliament in embassy lease row
Australia has withdrawn the lease on the site for a new embassy near the parliament for fear of spying.
2023-06-23 17:50
Noni Madueke reveals ambitious targets for second season at Chelsea
Noni Madueke has set his goals for his second campaign at Chelsea and discussed how Mauricio Pochettino can improve his game.
2023-06-23 17:18
AI to be used more widely in NHS hospitals
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to be rolled out more widely across the NHS in a bid to diagnose diseases and treat patients faster. The Government has announced a £21 million funding pot that NHS trusts can apply for to implement AI tools for the likes of medical imaging and decision support. This includes tools that analyse chest X-rays in suspected cases of lung cancer. AI technology that can diagnose strokes will also be available to all stroke networks by the end of 2023 – up from 86% – and could help patients get treated faster and lead to better health outcomes. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said the technology could help cut NHS waiting lists ahead of winter. At a time when diagnostic services are under strain, it is critical that we embrace innovation that could boost capacity Dr Katharine Halliday of the Royal College of Radiologists Bids are being welcomed for any AI diagnostic tool, although the DHSC said they “will have to represent value for money for the funding to be approved”. The Government has invested £123 million in 86 AI technologies to date. Professor Stephen Powis, NHS national medical director, added: “The NHS is already harnessing the benefits of AI across the country in helping to catch and treat major diseases earlier, as well as better managing waiting lists so patients can be seen quicker. “As we approach our milestone 75th birthday, this is another example of how NHS is continuing its proud history of adopting the latest proven technology to deliver better care for patients, and better value for taxpayers.” Dr Katharine Halliday, president of the Royal College of Radiologists, said embracing innovation is “critical”. She added: “At a time when diagnostic services are under strain, it is critical that we embrace innovation that could boost capacity – and so we welcome the Government’s announcement of a £21 million fund to purchase and deploy AI diagnostic tools. “All doctors want to give patients the best possible care. This starts with a timely diagnosis, and crucially, catching disease at the earliest point. “There is huge promise in AI, which could save clinicians time by maximising our efficiency, supporting our decision-making and helping identify and prioritise the most urgent cases. Together with a highly trained and expert radiologist workforce, AI will undoubtedly play a significant part in the future of diagnostics.” The funding package comes after NHS England’s chief executive Amanda Pritchard said further applications for AI in the health service are on the horizon. In a keynote speech, she told delegates at the 2023 NHS ConfedExpo: “As a national health service, we are in prime position to be able to make this technology available quickly. And our national commercial powers make us well placed to get the best deal for taxpayers.” Debates around how advancements in AI should be regulated are ongoing. Earlier in June on a visit to the US, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he wanted to avoid “scaremongering” discourse around the technology, but acknowledged it could pose the same risks as nuclear war and pandemics if not monitored appropriately. Days earlier, minster for tech and digital economy Paul Scully urged for the focus of the conversation to shift from a “Terminator-style scenario” to AI’s potential usefulness, particularly in healthcare. The Government recently launched the AI & Digital Regulation Service to help NHS staff find information and guidance on deploying AI safely. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live 5 French skincare secrets you need to know What happens if you don’t wash your water bottle often enough? Prince George visits Eton with parents Prince William and Kate Middleton
2023-06-23 16:57
Beijing sizzles with hot weather alert at highest level
By Ryan Woo and Casey Hall BEIJING (Reuters) -Beijing on Friday upgraded its warning for hot weather to "red" -
2023-06-23 16:51
Thai cave rescue: Official hailed as hero of cave rescue dies
Narongsak Osottanakorn, a veteran bureaucrat, was beloved for his role in overseeing the rescue mission.
2023-06-23 16:17
Take Five: The only way is up
It's been a turbulent week or two for markets, with one central bank after another making it very
2023-06-23 15:57
GSK Settles First Zantac Cancer Lawsuit Set for Trial in US
GSK Plc reached a settlement with a man who claimed the drugmaker’s blockbuster heartburn medication Zantac caused his
2023-06-23 15:29
Hundreds of migrants rescued off Canary Islands
At least 227 migrants were saved on Thursday, Spain's officials say, a day after a deadly shipwreck.
2023-06-23 15:23
Ukraine war: Living without water in a town devastated by dam breach
Residents of a Ukrainian town devastated by floods when a dam collapsed describe life without water.
2023-06-23 12:59
El Nino’s Fierce Heat Carries New Risk of Resurgent Deadly Viruses
The return of El Niño after nearly four years is raising the specter of extreme weather, economic pain,
2023-06-23 12:57